Staff Engineer - Digital ASIC and Signal Processing Chip Architect/Systems Engineer

Analog Devices•Durham, NC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What's Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X. About the Role We are seeking an experienced and technically exceptional Staff Engineer for a role as Digital ASIC Chip Architect and Signal Processing System Engineer to join a high-performing team focused on the architecture and development of cutting-edge, mixed-signal and software-defined radio (SDR) signal chains. This role is ideal for a hands-on technical contributor with a deep background in digital signal processing and digital design, and a passion for shaping definition, requirements and solutions in a collaborative team. DSP and Digital System Architects work cross-functionally across development teams to specify and guide digital, firmware, software and processor subsystem requirements and architecture. A successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to develop system specifications from application requirements and to innovate from architecture to circuit implementation.

Requirements

10+ years of experience, including 5 years of digital IC design.
Expertise in digital signal processing, RTL design, and digital architecture.
Strong knowledge of: Firmware and embedded software
Radio architecture and signal chains
Microprocessor subsystems and digital accelerators
DSP cores and custom compute architecture
Hardware/Software Co-Design and Digital Modelling

Nice To Haves

Experience with system-level modeling and simulation (e.g., MATLAB, SystemVerilog, Python).
Signal Processing for Radio Signal Chains
Working understanding of signal processing for High-speed ADCs/DACs
SerDes and high-speed interfaces
Demonstrated ability of requirements capture and documentation.
Familiarity with SoC integration and verification methodologies.
Exposure to productization and manufacturing ICs in high-volume.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Drive the definition and architecture of complex mixed-signal ICs and SDR chips, with a focus on digital accelerators and subsystems.
Work closely with analog, RF, firmware, and software teams to ensure cohesive SoC and system-level design.
Capture and maintain stakeholder requirements and ensure the development teams remained aligned throughout the program.
Support the successful execution of IC development programs from concept through tape-out and validation.
Foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning. Support the development of team members through mentoring and engagement.
Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies to guide architectural decisions and maintain competitive advantage.
Work with Customers, Ecosystem Partners, and ADI stakeholders to define future SDR technologies.